1971 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
